1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 17 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104.
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, 1976 Peugeot 104 (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 104 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
