2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 504 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
