1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Campagnola | 205 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |