1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 204 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
