1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306, 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 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 306 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2550 mm |