1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 305 is newer by 21 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 32 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 305 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
