1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
| Model | 406 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
