1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 505 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
