1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 406 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
