1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, both 1968 Fiat 124 and 1968 Peugeot 204 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 124 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 1968 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 124 | 204 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |