1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206, 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 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 Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
