1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. Both 1967 Alfa Romeo GT and 1978 Peugeot 305 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 54 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 305 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
