1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 50 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 770 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106.
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, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso 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 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 106 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
