1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1986 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Arna | 205 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |