1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 605 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
