2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 204 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
