1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 17 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405, 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 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 | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
