2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 12 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Seicento | 405 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
