1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 84 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Brava | 405 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
