2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 30 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 1979 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Croma | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Croma | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |