2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 205 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
