1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
