2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 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 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Croma | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
