2004 Holden Berlina vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlina | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
