1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 (184 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 405 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
