1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 505 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 1750 | 505 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |