1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Because 1977 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Brava | 504 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
