2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grande Punto | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
