1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304.
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 Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Duna | 304 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
