1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 34 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 352 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Peugeot | Infiniti |
| Model | 505 | IPL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
