2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Strada | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
