1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
