1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 130 | 205 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 255 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |