2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 378 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grande Punto | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1170 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
