1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 Honda Logo
To start off, 2001 Honda Logo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Logo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Alpine A 108 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 2001 Honda Logo | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 108 | Logo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
