1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 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 61 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 124 | 405 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |