2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | H1 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
