2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Prizm | 104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
