2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 405 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
