1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1125 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 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 108 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
