2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 533 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
