2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 44 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 415 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiorino | 204 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
