1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2000 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 504 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 313 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2000 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Bel Air | 504 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
