1958 Ford Popular vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. 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 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Popular | 604 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |