1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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, 2001 Peugeot 406 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Elba | 406 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
