2002 Ginetta G34 vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ginetta G34 | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Peugeot |
| Model | G34 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1560 mm |
