1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
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:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1974 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
