1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 40 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 775 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra 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 | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 108 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
