1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1251 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 108 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 87 L |
