1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 739 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Peugeot 404 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Peugeot | Jeep |
Model | 404 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |