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Peugeot 205 I Cabrio (741B,20D) 1.4 CT (79 Hp)
Overall Rating
Peugeot 205:
The Peugeot 205 is a four-passenger, front-engine, supermini car manufactured and marketed by Peugeot over a sixteen-year production run from 1983 to 1999, over a single generation. Developed from Projet M24 and introduced on 25 February 1983, the 205 replaced the Peugeot 104 and the Talbot Samba, using major elements from their design. It won What Car?'s Car of the Year for 1984. It was also declared "car of the decade" by CAR Magazine in 1990. Peugeot stopped marketing the 205 in 1999 in favor of its new front-engined 206. The 106, which was introduced in 1991, effectively took over as Peugeot's smaller front-engined model in their lineup. The latter was developed as a close sibling of the Citroën AX, sharing many components and a platform that later evolved into the Citroën Saxo....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Cabrio (741B,20D) Overview:
Peugeot 205 (I Cabrio (741B,20D)). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.2 l/100km). Weighing only 885 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.4 s). The top speed reaches 166 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 CT (79 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine, providing adequate power for daily driving and comfortable cruising, without being overly demanding.
Fuel Economy
Offers a reasonable compromise between performance and fuel efficiency for its time, making it a practical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic design and styling
- • Engaging and fun to drive (especially CTI models)
- • Open-top driving experience
- • Relatively lightweight and agile chassis
- • Strong community and parts availability
- • Classic car appeal and increasing value
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Basic interior quality and ergonomics
- • Prone to rust in older models
- • Limited rear passenger and boot space
- • Older technology may require more maintenance
- • Wind noise at higher speeds with the roof up
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (741A/C) 3-door: 1983 - 1987).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 205 |
| Generation: | I Cabrio (741B,20D) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 CT (79 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 79 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 58.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | XY8 More details about the engine XY8 |
| Engine displacement: | 1360 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 166 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 885 |
| Max. weight: | 1215 |
| Max load: | 330 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 564 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 216 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 900 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3705 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1590 mm mm [18mm more] |
| Height: | 1375 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2420 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1395 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1330 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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