1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
