2001 Opel Astra vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Because 1968 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra, 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, 2001 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 504 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
