1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1100 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 1959 Fiat 1100. 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 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 1100 | 306 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |