1985 Citroen C vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 205 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
