1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 51 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), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 913 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 108 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
