1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 506 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.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
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1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
Model | Urraco | 205 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |