1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 12 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 206 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
