2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 806 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1999 Peugeot 806 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grande Punto | 806 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
