1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Campagnola | 205 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
