1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 27 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 609 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Peugeot 205 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
Model | 205 | i30 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |