1978 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 1609.
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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler 1609 | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | 1609 | 504 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |