2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Zafira | 505 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
