1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 164 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
