1999 Opel Signum vs. 1973 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 26 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 670 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 1973 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Signum | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
