1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
