2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 207 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
