1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 407 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
