2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 415 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Because 1968 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena, 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Siena | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
