1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 108 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |