1972 Peugeot 204 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, both 1972 Peugeot 204 and 1972 Vauxhall Firenza were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 204, 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.
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1972 Peugeot 204 | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
Model | 204 | Firenza |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1128 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |