1988 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1988 Fiat Panda and 1988 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (44 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Fiat Panda. 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Panda | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Panda | 205 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 770 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |