2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
