1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Renault 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 4, 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 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 504 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 504 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
