2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (72 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 148 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
