1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,566 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 75 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
