1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 206 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
