2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 204 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
