2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1948 Peugeot 202
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1948 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1948 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 715 kg more than 1948 Peugeot 202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1948 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 8C Competizione | 202 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |