1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1600 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1600 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1600 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 1963 Fiat 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1963 Fiat 1600 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1600 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
