1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 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 @ 1400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2613 mm |
