1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 750 | 405 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |