2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 806 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
