1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. 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 (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
