1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504D is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
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 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 504D | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
