1974 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,944 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 104 (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104.
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, 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 Peugeot 504 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 504 | 104 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1944 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
