1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1966 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206, 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Cabriolet | 206 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
