2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 26 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), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 300 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Prizm | 104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
