1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 305 is newer by 28 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 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 305 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 305, 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, 1987 Peugeot 305 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 305 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 | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 106 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
