1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 769 kg more than 1968 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alpine A 110 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 1968 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406, 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. 1998 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1968 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1968 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
