1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
