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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 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.
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 | 6382 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
