1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GTV | 205 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
