1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 127 | 505 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |