1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 116 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 306 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
