2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Peugeot 505 (106 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 483 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Because 1981 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 1981 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 1981 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
