2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
