1957 Opel Record vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 103 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Because 1957 Opel Record 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 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Record | 205 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
