1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 33 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
