1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Vedette | 604 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |