1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1950 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
