1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Strada | 405 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
