1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 31 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
