1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 146 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Cabriolet | 104 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
