2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304.
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, 2005 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 304 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
