1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2830 mm |
