1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 33 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
