1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 2600 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
