2003 Honda Fit vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Fit | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
