1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 62 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempra | 206 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
