1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
