1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 1750 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
