1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Peugeot 202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 106 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
