1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 205 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
