1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Spider | 505 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |