1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Peugeot 307, 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
