1967 Holden HR vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 604 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 604 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | HR | 604 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |