1988 Fiat Uno vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1988 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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Uno. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Uno | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 406 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
