1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Peugeot | Kia |
Model | 505 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |