1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 504 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 504 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. 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:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1998 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 850 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
