1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 2000 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
