1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 205 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 90 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
