2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 33 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
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, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Picasso | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
