1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 48 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2613 mm |
