1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1979 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Tempra | 505 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |