1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 504 (91 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Peugeot 504 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 504 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
