1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1984 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 205 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
