1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 53 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200.
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, 2012 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1200 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2735 mm |
