1981 Peugeot 505 vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Peugeot 505 | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 505 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2320 mm |
