1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (112 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 806 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
