1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Festiva | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
