1956 Ford Popular vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Popular | 405 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |