1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GTV | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
