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Peugeot 304 Break 1.3 (D01) (65 Hp)
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Peugeot 304:
The Peugeot 304 is a small family car manufactured and marketed by the French manufacturer Peugeot from 1969 to 1980.
The 304 was introduced to the public at the Paris Motor Show in September 1969. It made extensive use of Peugeot 204 body and mechanical parts. Production of the saloon/sedan on the Sochaux assembly lines was discontinued during the summer of 1979, while the "Break" was manufactured until the spring of 1980. The 304 fit into the 7CV tax category, one step above its little sister the 204 and significantly below the 9CV 404....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Break Overview:
Peugeot 304 (Break). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Peugeot 304 Break predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards, which began in 1997. As such, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this generation. Safety features were rudimentary by today's standards.
1.3 (D01) (65 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 1.3-liter petrol engine offered the most spirited performance in the lineup, providing adequate power for general driving and occasional longer journeys, though not particularly fast.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy was reasonable for its time, balancing performance with everyday running costs, making it a practical choice for families.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious for its class and era
- • Good fuel economy, especially the diesel variant
- • Reliable and simple mechanicals, easy to maintain
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • Affordable to buy and run as a family car
Cons:
- • Modest performance, particularly with smaller engines
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Prone to rust in certain areas if not well maintained
- • Interior materials are basic and lack modern amenities
- • Limited availability of parts for restoration today
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(304: 1969 - 1972).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 304 |
| Generation: | Break |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (D01) (65 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1970 |
| End of production: | 1980 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 65 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | XL5 More details about the engine XL5 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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