1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 49 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 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 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 408 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
