1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1966 Peugeot 204 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,129 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Peugeot 204, 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, 1966 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 204 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |