2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1992 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 309 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1992 Peugeot 309 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1992 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Seicento | 309 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
