1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 47 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 719 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, 2009 Peugeot 407, 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
