1967 Alpine A vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 712 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alpine A | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
