1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Peugeot Promethee

To start off, 2001 Peugeot Promethee is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot Promethee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot Promethee weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.

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, 2001 Peugeot Promethee, 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 (220 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. (214 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. 2001 Peugeot Promethee has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot Promethee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2001 Peugeot Promethee
Make Alfa Romeo Peugeot
Model Giulia Promethee
Year Released 1965 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1568 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 880 kg
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 45 L


 

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