1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 2 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Tipo | 505 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
