1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 205 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
