1991 Peugeot 205 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 245 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza 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, 1996 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 205 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 205 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
