1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 304 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 304.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304, 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, 1971 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
