2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 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 1975 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto, 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 604 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
