1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1973 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 304 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 304, 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1973 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
