1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 289 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.
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, 1998 Peugeot 306, 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 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 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 306 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
