1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 205 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
