1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 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 20 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 405 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
