1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 245 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
