2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 293 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Lanos | 104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
