1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406, 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 406 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |