1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 37 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1996 Peugeot 106, 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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 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 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 106 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 66 L |
