1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 1 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlina | 205 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
