1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
