1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
