1972 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 1007 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 781 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 1007, 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, 2005 Peugeot 1007 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500. 2005 Peugeot 1007 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 1007 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |
