1964 Abarth OT vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth OT (154 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1964 Abarth OT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth OT | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | OT | 504 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2910 mm |
