2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 104 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Panda | 205 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1773 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 110 L |