1955 Fiat 500 vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 404 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Peugeot 404 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
