1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 806 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 215 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 (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806. 2000 Peugeot 806 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. 2000 Peugeot 806 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 806 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
