1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2001 Peugeot Partner is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot Partner (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot Partner, 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, 2001 Peugeot Partner (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2001 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | Partner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
