1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 505 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
