1995 Nissan Almera vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 22 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Because 1973 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Almera | 504 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
