1973 Peugeot 304 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, both 1973 Peugeot 304 and 1973 Triumph Dolomite were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 51 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 1973 Triumph Dolomite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 304, 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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 304 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 304 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
