1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 405 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 405. (90 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 405, 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 405 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
