1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007, 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (133 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
