1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
