1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2613 mm |
