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Peugeot 104 0.9 (44 Hp)
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Peugeot 104:
The Peugeot 104 is a supermini car produced by the French company Peugeot between 1972 and 1988. It was designed by Paolo Martin was initially only sold as a four-door saloon car, with a three-door hatchback variant introduced in 1974 and a five-door hatchback version replacing the saloon in 1976. The 104 was the first model produced at the company's Mulhouse plant. It was also the first new Peugeot introduced since 1955 not to be offered in a diesel version.
The 104 was introduced at the September 1972 Paris Motor Show. On its launch, the Peugeot 104 was offered as a compact four-door fastback. Although it had a short, sloping rear end that suggested a hatchback, there was originally a separate boot/trunk, as on a conventional saloon. Power was provided from a 954 cc Douvrin engine called the PSA X engine, an all-aluminium alloy, chain driven overhead cam, with gearbox in the sump, sharing engine oil, which was jointly developed with Renault. This transmission-in-sump arrangement was similar to that pioneered by the British Motor Corporation in the Mini. It gave good levels of economy and refinement as well as having an impressive chassis which made ride and handling excellent. The engine was mounted leaning backwards, at a 72-degree angle....(Read more on Wikipedia)
104 Overview:
Peugeot 104 (104). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Peugeot 104 generation predates the establishment of Euro NCAP testing (1997). As such, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available. Safety features were basic, typical for vehicles of its era.
0.9 (44 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The entry-level engine, best suited for light city duties where performance is not a priority and speeds are low.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency, making it the most economical option for pure urban use and minimal running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact and agile for city driving
- • Economical fuel consumption (especially smaller engines)
- • Simple and relatively reliable mechanics
- • Practical hatchback design with good interior space for its size
- • Affordable to maintain and run
Cons:
- • Limited performance on highways, especially with smaller engines
- • Basic safety features (common for its era)
- • Dated interior and technology compared to modern cars
- • Lack of modern comfort amenities and refinement
- • Rust can be an issue on older models if not well-maintained
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(104: 1980 - 1988).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 104 |
| Generation: | 104 |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.9 (44 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 44 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | 108C XV8 More details about the engine 108C XV8 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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