1954 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Popular | 407 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
