1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Because 1972 Fiat 125 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 1972 Fiat 125. 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 (206 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 125 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
