1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 206 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
