2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
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 Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 204 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
