1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 126 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
