1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 406 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
