1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 37 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 80 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, 1999 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Berline | 406 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |