1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 526 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
