1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
