2001 Ford Ka vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 22 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. 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, 2001 Ford Ka, 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
