1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 609 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Tipo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
