1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 45 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 807 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 1188 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.
Because 1961 Alpine A 108 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 1961 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807, 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, 2006 Peugeot 807 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 807 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 | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 108 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
