1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 610 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
