1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 365 kg more than 1971 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 Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
