1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (122 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfetta | 306 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
