1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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 306 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 106 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
