1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 130. 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406. 2000 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
