1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 1900 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
