1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 22 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. Both 1981 Fiat Strada and 2003 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Strada | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
