1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 32 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 660 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, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
