1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 607 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 607, 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, 2002 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1100 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
