2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
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 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto, 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
