1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Because 1990 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 1007, 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, 1990 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 505 | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 505 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
