1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807, 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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
