2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504D (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504D should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 1968 Peugeot 504D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 1968 Peugeot 504D (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 504D |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
