1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1987 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 75 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
