1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 406 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
