2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 26 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 504 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
