2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 1970 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 204 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
