1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600. 2012 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2735 mm |
