1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Peugeot Tulip

To start off, 1998 Peugeot Tulip is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,996 cc, 1998 Peugeot Tulip is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot Tulip (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot Tulip should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Tulip.

Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot Tulip, 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, 1998 Peugeot Tulip (205 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1998 Peugeot Tulip will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1998 Peugeot Tulip has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot Tulip will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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