1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 131 | 404 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |