1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
