2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 27 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Spark | 505 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |