1974 Peugeot 204 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D (89 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 204 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 204 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
