1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
