1960 Peugeot 404 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 404 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 404 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
