1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1451 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 108 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
