2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 10 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 446 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Bravo | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
