1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2004 Toyota Prius is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Toyota Prius.
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, 2004 Toyota Prius, 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 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius. 2004 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 505 | Prius |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |