1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 104 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104, 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, 1976 Peugeot 104 (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | 104 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2240 mm |
