1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 48 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 1093 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, 2006 Peugeot 807, 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, 2006 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 807 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 | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 106 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
