1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 106 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
