1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 600 | 405 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |