1979 Mini MK IV vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, both 1979 Mini MK IV and 1979 Peugeot 505 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mini MK IV, 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mini MK IV | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mini | Peugeot |
Model | MK IV | 505 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |