1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 is newer by 23 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
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, 1991 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, 1991 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 760 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 |
