1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
