1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 31 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 733 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807, 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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (271 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 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 | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 807 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
