1975 Peugeot 504 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
Because 1975 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 504 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 504 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
