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Alpine A 108 Coupe 1961

General information

ModelAlpine A 108 Coupe
Year1961
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size843 ccm (51.44 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement843 ccm (51.44 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque57.00 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke545.0 x 80.0 mm (21.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0840 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3190 litres (843 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Dimensions and weight

Weight595 kg (1,311.8 pounds)
Overall length3990 mm (157.1 inches)
Overall width1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Wheelbase2170 mm (85.4 inches)
Fuel capacity28.0 litres (7.40 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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