1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 27 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 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 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Giulietta | 305 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 23.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |