2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
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 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 345 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 406 (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 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 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 191 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 | 915 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
