2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 605 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1742 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2810 mm |
