1964 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet 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 48 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Cabriolet | 405 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |