1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 38 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 840 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 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 505 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |