1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
