1973 Porsche 914 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Porsche 914 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 1973 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | 914 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
