1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat 126. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 126 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
