1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 131 | 404 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |