1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605, 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 1800 | 605 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |