1976 Fiat 127 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1976 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 127 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 110 L |
