1993 Peugeot 205 vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Porsche 912 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205, 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 205 | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 205 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
