1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 205 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
