1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400, 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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 504 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
