1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 850 | 205 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |