1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 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 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1100 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
