1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
