1996 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1996 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 405 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
