2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 405 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
