1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 36 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 235 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, 1995 Peugeot 205, 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, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 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 | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 106 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
