2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 746 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ducato | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
