1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2001 Peugeot 206 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Pony | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
