1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 605 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
