1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 75 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
