1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1969 TVR Vixen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 612 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, 1969 TVR Vixen (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 504D | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
