1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 131 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
