1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 182 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Italdesign Nazca | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Italdesign | Peugeot |
Model | Nazca | 205 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |