1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 465 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104.
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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
| Model | 104 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
