1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1973 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 204 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette 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 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1958 Ford Vedette (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 1973 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Vedette | 204 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
