1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 827 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 126 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
