1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 106 | 504 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |