1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1500 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
