1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 350 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Seicento | 206 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
