1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
