1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 228 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 | 1542 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
