1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 405 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
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 | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |