1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Graduate | 505 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
