1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 108 | 504 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 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 | 58 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |