2004 MG TF vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
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, 2004 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | TF | 404 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
