1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (115 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
