1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 is newer by 50 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Peugeot 206, 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, 2004 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
