1960 Abarth 2200 vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,160 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 2200 (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 Abarth 2200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 2200 | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 2200 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
