1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 404 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 404 (73 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 73 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
