1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
