1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Strada | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
