2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 605 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
