1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 404 is newer by 22 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 404 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
