1999 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 446 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Aceca | 504 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |