1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 895 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 108 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
