1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1948 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1948 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 215 kg more than 1948 Peugeot 202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
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1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1948 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Spider | 202 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |