1963 Holden EJ vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 504 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | EJ | 504 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
