1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2735 mm |
