2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1970 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 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Grande Punto | 504 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |