2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 1971 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 1971 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto, 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 Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
