1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 205 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Spider | 404 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |