1955 Abarth 210 vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 210. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 210 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 210. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 210. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1955 Abarth 210. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 210 | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 210 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2910 mm |
