1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Mirafiori | 405 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |