1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 42 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 505 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF 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 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 108 | TF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
