1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 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 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
