2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 11 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 58 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206.
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 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grande Punto | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
