1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Seicento | 309 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |