1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 1 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.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Giulia | 205 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |