1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1996 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 406 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 406 (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 406, 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, 1996 Peugeot 406 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1996 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 1300 | 406 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |