2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
