1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 841 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1962 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1962 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 108 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
