1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1962 Alpine A 108
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 310 is newer by 9 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 230 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.
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, 1971 Alpine A 310 (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1962 Alpine A 108 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 310 | A 108 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 28 L |
