1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1075 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 108 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
