1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (64 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 405 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
