1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 1007 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 1007, 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 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
