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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 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 19 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 204 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
