1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 504 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |
