1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 600 weights approximately 485 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 104 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
