2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea.
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 Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Idea | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
