1961 Ferrari 156 vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 156 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 156 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 156.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 156 | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 156 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
