1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 405 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
