1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 206 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
