1978 Peugeot 404 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 404 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 404 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
