1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504D is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 345 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
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, both vehicles can yield 125 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 504D | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 53 L |
