1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 48 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1217 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, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 2006 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |
