1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 106 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 106.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 106, 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, 1957 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
