1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1964 Peugeot 404 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Alvis | Peugeot |
| Model | TC 108 G | 404 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
