1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 32 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 106 (75 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106.
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, 1991 Peugeot 106, 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, 1991 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 106 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 | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Giulietta | 106 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |