1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1978 Holden Sunbird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Sunbird | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunbird | 404 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
