2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
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 Seicento (88 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Seicento | 204 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
