1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 107 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 107.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 107, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
