1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 423 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 108 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 42 L |
