1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 32 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 197 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, 1988 Peugeot 405, 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 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 | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Giulietta | 405 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |