1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 35 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), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 804 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, 1998 Peugeot 406, 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 406 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |