2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 350 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
