2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1976 Peugeot 104 (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Seicento | 104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
