1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 207 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
