2001 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2001 Fiat Punto. 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, 2004 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
