2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Peugeot 404 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Croma | 404 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
