2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
