1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alpine A 110 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 110 | 407 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |