1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 674 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 207, 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 207 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 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 207 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
