1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
