1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1972 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 404 is newer by 18 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 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 404.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1972 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
