1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
