1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 26 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, 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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Prizm | 504 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |