2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 35 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Accent | 504 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
