1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 39 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 517 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, 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
