1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Croma and 1986 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Croma | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Croma | 205 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |