1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 is newer by 35 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 205 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
