1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Because 1979 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 205 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
