1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1967 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1967 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Barchetta | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
