2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
