2001 Honda Fit vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205.
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, 1998 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Fit | 205 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |