1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206, 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 750 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
