1970 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
