2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
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 Honda Mobilio, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Mobilio | 505 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |