1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604.
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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alvis |
| Model | 604 | TD |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
