1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 879 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester 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 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | A 108 | Forester |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |