2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 405 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
