1988 Peugeot 205 vs. 2006 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 107 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 205 | 2006 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 205 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
