1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 206 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |