1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 205 is newer by 30 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 (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 205, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
