1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 31 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 505 | 159 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |