1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
