1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 404 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
