2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,249 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 206 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
