1970 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406, 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 850 | 406 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |