1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 505 | 164 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |