2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104.
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 (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 104 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2240 mm |
