1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Abarth. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Abarth | 405 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
