1954 Fiat 1400 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 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (54 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Because 1954 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 1954 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
