1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 14 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 880 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 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 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 108 | 604 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |