1954 Buick 70 vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1193 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 107 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | 70 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2350 mm |
