1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2000 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 504 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2000 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 132 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
