1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Brava | 406 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
