1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1961 Alpine A 108
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 32 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 819 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1961 Alpine A 108 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 610 | A 108 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
