1964 Peugeot 404 vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1964 Peugeot 404 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4.
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 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Peugeot 404 | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 404 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
