1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 306 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
