1999 Ginetta G34 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ginetta G34 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Peugeot |
| Model | G34 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1560 mm |
