1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
