1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 44 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (135 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 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 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 407 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
