2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 1999 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
