2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 453 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
