1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Peugeot 205 (162 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
