1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
