1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 155 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 880 kg |
