2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Peugeot 307 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
Model | 307 | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |