1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 2600 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
