2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2002 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Seicento | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Seicento | 205 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |