1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 504 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 504 | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |
