1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,944 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Saab 99.
Because 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab 99, 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, 1967 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 1967 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 504 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1944 cc | 1708 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
