2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
