1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Sprint | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
