1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 205 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
