2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
