2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (335 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B 10 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
