1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1995 Peugeot 406

To start off, both 1995 Fiat Barchetta and 1995 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. 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 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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