1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 1007, 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, 2012 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 2012 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
