1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Rover 400 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 104 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
