1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 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 1978 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | DKW | Peugeot |
Model | Coupe | 504 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |