1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 406 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
