2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 23 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 2002 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2002 Peugeot 206, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 206 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 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 | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
