2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 16 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
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 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Barchetta | 405 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
