1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 53 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 408 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
