1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1991 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 309 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 344 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 309, 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1991 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zodiac | 309 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
