1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 5 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 366 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Tipo | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
