1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volvo P 1900 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Because 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 1957 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 205 | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
