1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
