1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1120 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 Ford Bantam, 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 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam 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 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 108 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 54 L |
