1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309, 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, 1985 Peugeot 309 (115 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1985 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Giulietta | 309 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
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 | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |