1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 205 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
