1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (136 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Peugeot 604. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 109 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
