2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 605 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
