1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GTA | 405 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
