1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Because 1955 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205, 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 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 205 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
