1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 62 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 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 1900 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2613 mm |
