1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 1100 | 406 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |