1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 26 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 505 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
