1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 25 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 34 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 504. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alvis | Peugeot |
| Model | TC 108 G | 504 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
