1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 is newer by 53 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 207, 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 207 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1500 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
