1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Centura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Centura | 504 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
