1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Comodoro | 404 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
