1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 643 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 Seat Leon, 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 Seat Leon (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 108 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
