1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 1045 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 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 2012 Audi A4 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. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |
