2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Idea | 104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
