1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 3 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | 1610 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
