1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
