1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 11 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. 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 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Duna | 405 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
