1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 49 L |
