1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407, 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
