1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Alfetta | 504 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |