2001 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Fiat Albea. 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 406 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 406 | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
| Model | 406 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
