1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
