1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 205 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
