2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 504 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 1975 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 504 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
