1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1961 Alpine A 108
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1961 Alpine A 108 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Coupe | A 108 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 28 L |
