1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 816 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 108 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 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 | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 51 L |
