2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 248 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
