2002 Lada 119 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 119 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 119 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Lada 119.
Because 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 119, 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | 119 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
