2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 727 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 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 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | F1 2000 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2430 mm |
