1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Peugeot 806 (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 806 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2830 mm |
