1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (64 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. 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 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
