1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2613 mm |
