1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1991 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat 126 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 126 | 504 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |