1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 182 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 | 792 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
