2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 757 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Picasso | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |