1964 Peugeot 404 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1969 TVR Vixen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
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, 1964 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Peugeot 404 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 404 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.6 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 | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
