1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1984 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 1984 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 505 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
