1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 404 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
