1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1600 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |
