1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 405 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 405. (90 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 405, 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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GTA | 405 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
