1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 504 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
