1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
