1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1966 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2910 mm |
