1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2008 Peugeot Partner is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2008 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Berline | Partner |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
