1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (148 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 5008 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2735 mm |
