1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,944 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 404 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 404.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 504 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1944 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
