1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1986 Peugeot Proxima
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1986 Peugeot Proxima were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,850 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot Proxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot Proxima is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot Proxima will offer significantly more control. 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 Alfa Romeo 75 (210 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (122 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot Proxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1986 Peugeot Proxima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 75 | Proxima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
