1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 108 | 504 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |