2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Bravo | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
