1998 Peugeot 205 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Peugeot 205 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
Model | 205 | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |