1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (87 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206.
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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Marea | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
