1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 505 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
