1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 16 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 132 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
