1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1971 Peugeot 504 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 1971 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
