1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 965 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1962 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1962 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 108 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| 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 | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |
