1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 42 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
