1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
