1962 Ford Consul vs. 1973 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 404 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1973 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 404 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
