1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1977 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 404 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,616 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1977 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
