The man was killed in the incident in Fairfield Road, near to the junction of Lightwood Road, in Buxton at 17:45 GMT on Thursday.
Derbyshire Police said a 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving.
Officers said the man was due to be interviewed later on Friday.
A 79-year-old man has died after being hit by a lorry.