2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 404 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
