1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 660 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, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 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 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2810 mm |
