2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
