1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 40 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (108 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2005 Peugeot 406, 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 406 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
