1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 204 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |
