1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1964 Peugeot 404 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 1900 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
