1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 806 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 806 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Peugeot 806 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 806 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
