1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1973 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 204, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1973 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | Vantage | 204 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
