1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 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 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | 62 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
