1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1997 Peugeot 406

To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.

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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406. 1997 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Coupe 1997 Peugeot 406
Make Fiat Peugeot
Model Coupe 406
Year Released 1996 1997
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 212 km/hour 228 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 45 L


 

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