1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Festiva | 205 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
