1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 133 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 504 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
