1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Tipo | 206 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
