1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2011 Proton Arena
To start off, 2011 Proton Arena 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. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Proton Arena.
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, 2011 Proton Arena, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2011 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Peugeot | Proton |
| Model | 505 | Arena |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
