1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 33 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
