1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 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 1978 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 504 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
