2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 204 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
