1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 1954 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 1100 | 204 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |