1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 40 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (136 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Peugeot 407 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Spider | 407 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |