2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 204 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
