1974 Opel Ascona vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 104 (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Ascona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Because 1974 Opel Ascona 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 1974 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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, 1974 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Ascona | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Ascona | 104 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
