1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
