1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1968 Chevrolet Nova and 1968 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Nova | 404 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
