1997 Peugeot 205 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 205 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 205 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
