1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
