2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 405 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.6 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 | 885 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
