1982 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
