1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 44 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 790 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo 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 | 2006 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 108 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
