1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 306 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2590 mm |
