1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Partner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1999 Peugeot Partner (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | Partner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
