1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 50 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Graduate | 505 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
