2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 3 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 304.
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 Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1980 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 304 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
