1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1775 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 110 L |
