1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Rover 25.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 504 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
