1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 21 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 504 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
