1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 406 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
