1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 205 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
