1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 302 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Zodiac 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 1956 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Zodiac | 204 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |