1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (297 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 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 | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
