1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 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 | 680 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
