1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106, 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 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
