1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
Because 1986 Peugeot 505 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 1986 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 505 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2499 mm |
