1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 32 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. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 505 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
