1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504D (58 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504D should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 705 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, 1968 Peugeot 504D (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 126 | 504D |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1350 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
