1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
