1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Berline | 406 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |