1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 132 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 1977 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 132 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
