2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
