2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
