1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 505 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
