1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 775 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.
Because 1955 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Peugeot | Riley |
| Model | 205 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
