1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
