1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 595 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
