1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605, 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 1100 | 605 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |