2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
