1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 1750 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
