2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
| Model | 407 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
