1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Peugeot 504 (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 504 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
