1999 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 560 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 304, 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Aceca | 304 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
