France vs France — 1988 vs 2013
| 405 Mi16 | 208 GTI by Peugeot Sport | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 160 hp | 208 hp |
| Torque | 134 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,905 cc | 1,598 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 7.5 sec | 6.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 138 mph | 143 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.6 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Weight | 2,414 lbs | 2,557 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,538 mm |
| Length | 4,408 mm | 3,973 mm |
| Value (Excellent) | $18,000 | $25,000 |
| Collectibility | 6/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1988 Peugeot 405 Mi16 brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility, better value to the table, and the 2013 Peugeot 208 GTI by Peugeot Sport answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Peugeot has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1988 Peugeot 405 Mi16 with the 2013 Peugeot 208 GTI by Peugeot Sport highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 2013 Peugeot 208 GTI by Peugeot Sport holds a clear advantage in raw power with 208 hp compared to 160 hp, a 48-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Peugeot 405 uses a Inline-4 DOHC 16V displacing 1,905 cc, while the Peugeot 208 relies on a Inline-4 Turbo with 1,598 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2013 Peugeot 208 GTI by Peugeot Sport edges ahead at 6.5 seconds versus 7.5 seconds. On the collector market, the 2013 Peugeot 208 GTI by Peugeot Sport commands a significant premium over the 1988 Peugeot 405 Mi16, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.