2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1988 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1988 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 166 | 309 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
