1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Spider | 504 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |