1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 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 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 2300 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
