1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2613 mm |
