1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 405 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
