2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 1989 Peugeot 205 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
